Plan Ahead Before Heading to the Cemetery
GENERAL SANTOS CITY- A little preparation can help families avoid unnecessary delays during the holiday rush. Visitors are encouraged to check official city announcements for the latest traffic arrangements, cemetery access instructions, and any designated parking areas before leaving home. General Santos City Executive Order No. 56-2026, dated October 27, reconstitutes the city's Undas Task Force and prescribes guidelines for the observance of the season. Since road conditions and traffic arrangements may change, motorists should follow instructions from authorized traffic personnel instead of relying on outdated route information.
Road Safety Is a Shared Responsibility
The Police Regional Office–Soccsksargen reported the deployment of more than 5,000 personnel across the region beginning October 28 for Undas 2026. Police deployment covers cemeteries, memorial parks, churches, major roads, and transport terminals, with traffic enforcers and other support groups assisting in public safety operations. The regional plan also includes 152 Police Assistance Desks at cemeteries and burial sites where visitors can seek help. Motorists can support these efforts by observing road signs, avoiding sudden stops, giving pedestrians room to cross, and following any temporary traffic instructions.
Choose Safer Ways to Travel
Public transportation passengers should use designated terminals and allow extra time for queues and possible road congestion. In a separate October 27 operation, authorities conducted Oplan Harabas 2026 at transport hubs in General Santos and Koronadal, screening 200 public transportation personnel as part of efforts to discourage drug-impaired driving ahead of the holiday period. Drivers heading to cemeteries should check their vehicles before travelling, avoid distracted or impaired driving, and remain patient in crowded areas. With thoughtful planning and consideration for other road users, families can spend more time remembering loved ones and less time dealing with preventable travel problems.
